The BMA is supporting five test claimant GP practices who have received demands from NHS Property Services (NHSPS) to pay inflated service charges based on its “full cost recovery” approach, outlined in NHSPS’ Consolidated Charging Policy (‘the Policy’). These court proceedings were brought against NHSPS for a declaration that the Policy does not form part of their tenancy and therefore NHSPS cannot base their charges on it.

The trial will begin on 17 March 2022 and will be concluded no later than 5 April 2022.

The Lawyer magazine has selected the case as one of the top 20 cases to watch in 2022. The case was pursued because of its national significance and has required a huge amount of time and effort from everyone involved, and it is good to see this being recognised. This is a good example of a grassroots issue that is being supported by the BMA at considerable risk and costs. Irrespective of the final outcome this case shows that the BMA is prepared to support doctors in difficult circumstances. Read the statement from our legal team at Capital Law.